Equestrian Disease

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Lyme Disease- The Silent Killer
Of all the ailments that your horse can have, Lyme disease is one of the most puzzling. Since horses are athletic in nature, many of the early symptoms of the disease can often be explained away as normal equestrian ailments. In fact, almost 90% of the horses that contract Lyme disease go undiagnosed. Understanding more about the factors that play a role in Lyme disease, and understanding how to diagnose and treat the disease can go a long way to protecting your livestock. Keep reading to find out more about this silent killer.... Read the full article

Cushing’s Disease and your Horse
According to publisher and horse owner Shelly Mellot, Cushing's Disease (scientifically known as Hyperadrenalcorticism) is a disease that hits horses and canines. “It’s caused by excessive levels of gluocorticoid (a type of steroid made by the pituitary gland),” Mellot said. “You have to take the disease very seriously because it can lead to other problems.”... Read the full article

From Colic to Respiratory Disease: Illnesses Affecting Horses Today
Illness prevention is critical in maintaining equine health. Though an owner can never be certain that their horse will not fall victim to an equine illness, having the ability to identify potential symptoms and take action could make a big difference in the overall health of your horse. With several different kinds of illnesses affecting horses today, learning about the different types, signs and symptoms, and treatment techniques is more important than ever before.... Read the full article

10 Tips for Preventing Colic
The number one killer of horses is colic. Colic is not a disease, but rather a combination of signs that alert us to abdominal pain in the horse. Colic can range from mild to severe, but it should never be ignored. Many of the conditions that cause colic can become life threatening in a relatively short period of time. Only by quickly and accurately recognizing colic – and seeking qualified veterinary help – can the chance for recovery be maximized.... Read the full article

Learn to Recognize the Signs of Laminitis
Every day veterinarians across the country see hundreds of cases of laminitis, a painful disease that affects the feet of horses. Laminitis results from the disruption of blood flow to the sensitive and insensitive laminae within the foot, which secure the coffin bone to the hoof wall. While the exact mechanisms by which the feet are damaged remain a mystery, certain precipitating events can produce laminitis. Although laminitis occurs in the feet, the underlying cause is often a disturbance elsewhere in the horse’s body.... Read the full article

HORSE REPORTS BOOST DISEASE SURVEILLANCEDEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (262/05) issued by the Government News Network on 24 June 2005 New quarterly surveillance reports have been launched to monitor disease outbreaks in horses and donkeys.Defra is worki... Read the full release

EVA Outbreak in FranceThe International Equestrian Federation (FEI) has confirmed that, due to an outbreak of Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) in the area, the Driving event scheduled in Les Haras du Pin in France on July 11, 2007 has been cancelled. EVA is a viral disease, w... Read the full release